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The ScoutCast – Episode 171 – Flagging

Just ten days after celebrating three-figure tallies, many Fantasy managers are now left counting the flags as the international break casualties mount.

Sergio Aguero leads the army of crocks. The City striker’s twanging hamstring has taken the shine off his incredible 25-point haul and it’s his demise from hero to zero that dominates the chatter in this latest ScoutCast episode.

With Granville struck down by sniffles, Luke aka “D1sable” steps into the breach to join Jonty and myself to take up the challenge of weighing up the Aguero stand-ins.

We also take time to assess two contrasting managerial appointments, greeting Jurgen Klopp’s thrilling heavy metal football, whilst mustering a nod to Big Sam’s bid to produce a Black Cats escape routine.

This latest episode was first broadcast live via our YouTube channel on Wednesday evening. You can view the full broadcast via the larger player below (much as we love Luke, we do eventually shift the camera from him).

For the edited and slightly more refined audio experience, you’ll need this link or the stream available via small player.

Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for the heads-up on future episodes.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

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  1. Lateriser 12
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    And one more poll.

    Start one.

    A) Prodl
    B) Richards
    C) Francis

    Currently on Prodl because i rate Watford.

    1. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A

      1. Azathoth
        • 9 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Prodl

    2. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A) although I don't think any will keep a cleanie.

    3. EmreCan Hustle
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A

    4. Djerbil
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A

    5. WoodsyOwl
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A
      B
      C

      In that order.

  2. Jinswick
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Anyone have today's presser times?

    1. Ziro Becomes One
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      WB first up at 0900.
      5 more to follow.

      1. Jinswick
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Thanks. Key ones for me are Chelsea and City

  3. Valar(Keith)
    • 14 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Sanchez Hazard Wally Yaya Mane
    Pelle Vardy Ighalo

    No Payet/Mahrez/Kdb but i still kinda like it 😯

    1. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Now THAT is a power 5

      Very nice Valar.

      Something I would consider is Haz/Ighalo -> Uber/Costa. Will save you over a mil.

      1. Valar(Keith)
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        i could actually afford Bolasie + Costa for those 2.. not a fan of ubers

        1. Valar(Keith)
          • 14 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          Could even stretch for Barkley + Costa .. why'd u give me that option.. now i want to tinker some more 😆
          Though tbh i'm not that convinced that Costa is a good option. Will make it easier to get Aguero though

    2. Lateriser 12
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Go KDB.

      He's scored 5 in 5. You do not need ANYMORE proof. You might regret this one.

      1. Lateriser 12
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        He warrants the money way more than Hazard currently.

      2. Valar(Keith)
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        I know LR 🙁 .. thing is i dont want to double up with City with Silva AND Aguero out.. and i honestly do think Yaya(if fit) is too good value to pass on considering he is on penos. Spreads out my captaincy options too. Will try another draft with KDB in though. Thought Payet not in the attack would get people all riled up 🙂

        1. Lateriser 12
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          He's scored 5 in 5...Form fixtures and everything else.

    3. HNI
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Is toure fit??

    4. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Needs payet for me.

      1. Valar(Keith)
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Got him @ 7.8 at the moment(same price i got Mane) .. so could go with him instead of Mane. got 2 Soton as it is(Bertie + Pelle)

        1. super zlatan
          • 13 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          Def go with payet then.

  4. Djerbil
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Arsenal XI last trip to Watford (2-1 win, Dec 06):
    Lehmann;
    Hoyte Toure Djourou Clichy
    Hleb Fabregas Gilberto Rosicky;
    van Persie Adebayor

  5. fedolefan
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Here's a question:

    If you have a weak team for a week, one that you know won't score too much, but own the most popular captain pick for the week (Pelle), what would you do?

    A) Captain the obvious captain and take deal with scoring less elsewhere.
    B) Captain a differential in the hope that he outscores the popular pick to make up for your potential lower game week score

    1. fedolefan
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Damn typos, hope the question is clear.

    2. Cheeseoid
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Just pick the captain you think will score the most points.

    3. Chinu
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Captain whoever you think will score the most from your team in any GW

    4. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A

    5. fedolefan
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Thanks guys.

  6. Chinu
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Start one from

    A) Huth
    B) Francis
    C) Nyom

    Thanks!

    1. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A

  7. internal error
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Danny Ings is the 6th Premier League player with Nike boots to be ruled out with a cruciate injury this season. (Daily Mail)

    1. Azathoth
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Coincidence for me,so many players are wearing Nike boots globally.

      1. pompeyfan
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        ^^this

  8. super zlatan
    • 13 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    anyone considering Chris Brunt for the craic?

    1. HNI
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Of course not...like a defender who doesnt give CS points

  9. Fader
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Will Costa get 4 more pts than Martial this weekend?

    1. Forza
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Maybe not this weekend, but over the next few he will.

  10. Squires FC
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    You'd better hope your bench players start tomorrow... gonna be a few frustrated posts on here no doubt.

  11. lasmons
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    The best midfielder

    1. jennmenn
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Sancheeez

  12. Pompel
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Current front 7 is

    Sanchez KdB Mahrez Payet Sako
    Pelle Ighalo Martial

    With doubts about minutes for Sancehz, Mahrez and Sako, is it worth a hit to ship Sako for e.g. Mane, Walcott, Cabaye or Yaya?

    1. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Nope

      1. Pompel
        • 10 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        I'm just that anxious neither Sanchez nor Mahrez will play - not unthinkable scenario imho.

        1. jennmenn
          • 9 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          The same goes for Walcott and perhaps Mane 😉

          1. Pompel
            • 10 Years
            8 years, 6 months ago

            You're probably right - although I think both have high chances for playing this weekend. Regarding Yaya - would obviously await pressers.

        2. El-Kloppico
          • 8 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          Same worry here too.

          1. Pompel
            • 10 Years
            8 years, 6 months ago

            Problem is doubt on Mane who would be preferred replacement.

    2. EmreCan Hustle
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      If you spread your cash around too much it'll be hard to bring Aguero back later. Keep some in the bank.

      1. Pompel
        • 10 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        That's right, but with him being out for 7+ GW's, I think there's ample time to plan that with FT's.

        1. EmreCan Hustle
          • 11 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          I think 6 weeks and 7 games in all competition no? But yes, it'll be a long time before we get him back. Your choice.

          1. Pompel
            • 10 Years
            8 years, 6 months ago

            Shuold be easy to plan - just make sure to start offloading one premium midfielder and one premium forward during 2GW's ahead of return.

  13. Backup Dancer
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    I've landed on Harry Kane to replace Kun. Someone talk me out of it!

    1. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      He is a one season wonder.

    2. HNI
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      That will depend on your rank :P...If you already gone for the sharks I would make you refrain from it but if you ahead of me I had say Kane (c) 🙂

    3. The Kolarov Mane ⚔
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      You are already doing that subconsciously...

      1. Backup Dancer
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        No sub about it. Lukaku is first choice, just annoying he rose last night

        1. The Kolarov Mane ⚔
          • 11 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          To be fair, I have taken a -12 hit, so my advice means very little... haha. But from what I have read on here is that his positional play is costing him. I bought Pelle and will maybe ship Gomis to Lukaku soon as well.

    4. El-Kloppico
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Might be his time to shine, after Kun and Alexis. who knows?
      But I'm bidding more on Costa.

      1. Backup Dancer
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        He's got good short term fixtures. Getting a player cheaper than his starting price is always tempting too.

    5. waputs101
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      im planning to get him too next gw for Kun

  14. EmreCan Hustle
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    On WC.

    A. Gomes, Coleman, Dawson.
    B. Myhill, Kompany, Cedric.

    Kompany is tempting this week, but I'll switch to Coleman for Everton fixtures eventually.

    Rest: Hennessey Gabriel Janmaat Simpson.

    Thanks.

    1. El-Kloppico
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      B. But both solid.

  15. eause
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Which is Better??

    A.) Myhill, (Gomes)
    Kompany, Taylor, Bellerin, (Souare, Simpson)
    Sanchez, KDB, Payet, Mahrez, Walcott
    Lukaku, Pelle, (Ighalo)

    B.) Myhill, (Gomes)
    Bertrand, Taylor, Bellerin, (Souare, Simpson)
    Sanchez, KDB, Payet, Mahrez, Hazard
    Vardy Pelle, (Ighalo)

    Thanks!

  16. TSILIKAFENEIAKOS
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Ok, Diouf is out, already on a -12 but my team has those uncertainties from those supposed to play.
    Ayew, Kolarov,Diouf (def out)

    At this point I don't care taking another hit so :

    A. Diouf > Lukaku
    B. Play 3-5-2 with Hoolahan and Mahrez

    1. El-Kloppico
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Ayew is fit to start.
      No news yet on Kolarov.

  17. Francescoli
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    head says not to touch Costa.

    but, i feel like he is about to turn a corner...

    1. samaael
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      turn the corner to the bakery, sure

    2. El-Kloppico
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Already touched him..
      waiting for his time to explode. Hopefully this tomorrow!

  18. samaael
    • 13 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Butland
    Kolarov*/ Evans* / Richards
    KDB/ Sanchez/ Mahrez/ Payet
    Vardy/ Pelle/ Martial

    Mccarthy/ Francis/ Surman/ Muniesa*

    0FT. Taken -4 already 6itb

    a) save
    b) muniesa to bellerin -4

  19. Fader
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    -4 to get Costa in for Martial

    A) Yes
    B) No

    (I have Hazard)

    1. samaael
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      no way

      1. Fader
        • 10 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        How come?

        1. samaael
          • 13 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          cos he sucks

  20. The Man Pastore
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    No clear captain option this week. I might go with Tadic as 1 week captain punt. Is it crazy?

    1. samaael
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      pretty crazy

    2. Tadic is the new Eriksen
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      No it's not crazy

    3. El-Kloppico
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Since you mention 'punt', I won't say its crazy!
      Good risk to take!

  21. Nabs Kebabs
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    What to do with Pedro?

    1. Tadic is the new Eriksen
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Keep

    2. Christina.
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Hang on for a price rise.

      lol

      1. super zlatan
        • 13 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Slut

      2. jennmenn
        • 9 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        this

      3. Nabs Kebabs
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Look who has come crawling back to FFS

        lol

        Happy belated birthday aswell Tina 😀

  22. Flynny
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Not taken a hit yet......Good to go with this lot...or worth doing martial to Costa or something for minus 4?

    Begovic (McCarthy)
    Kolarov oshea Dawson (Francis clyne)
    Sanchez mahrez payet kdb (Westwood)
    Pelle (c) martial ighalo

  23. royals forever
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Opinions please

    Do I do Aguero > Lukaku now

    or

    Do I do Aguero > Kane and bring in Lukaku for GW11

    Any ideas would be welcomed

  24. super zlatan
    • 13 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Captain poll

    A) pelle

    B) KDB.

    1. samaael
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      flip that coin

    2. Tadic is the new Eriksen
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A

      1. super zlatan
        • 13 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Currently on A I might add

        1. Flynny
          • 9 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          A

  25. Messsiaah
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    so yaya wont be playing against Bournemouth?

    1. Valar(Keith)
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      What? did some news just come out? Last i heard he was training

    2. Tadic is the new Eriksen
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Ban

    3. SouthCoastSaint
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Back in training. Should start

    4. Messsiaah
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      still orange. so i assumed. my bad

  26. samaael
    • 13 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    bottomed

    Butland
    Kolarov*/ Evans* / Richards
    KDB/ Sanchez/ Mahrez/ Payet
    Vardy/ Pelle/ Martial

    Mccarthy/ Francis/ Surman/ Muniesa*

    0FT. Taken -4 already 6itb

    a) save
    b) muniesa to bellerin -4

    1. ☆Khaz
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Take the hit.

      1. samaael
        • 13 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        thanks mate

  27. OptimusBlack
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    If you Have Mane Would You get ?

    A- Pelle Like all

    B- Costa

    C- Sturridge

    B or C for a punt and be different

    1. royals forever
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      A better to be safe than sorry

  28. Pedram
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    What's the best replacement for Aguero ?

    Already have Pelle

    1. GoonerByron
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Costa but many on here won't agree 🙂

    2. Francescoli
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      i'm tossing up sakho, bony and costa.

      waiting on the pressers before making my decision.

    3. Tadic is the new Eriksen
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Lukaku

    4. LC1
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Bukake

      1. LC1
        • 9 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        ***Lukaku sorry autocorrect

        1. ☆Khaz
          • 8 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          hah

        2. Doolittle
          • 11 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          Bahahahahahahahaha that is an incredible autocorrect. Says a lot about your conversation history!

          1. LC1
            • 9 Years
            8 years, 6 months ago

            Hahaha was only kidding..... 😎

            1. Doolittle
              • 11 Years
              8 years, 6 months ago

              Ah don't ruin it!

        3. Up the tics
          • 8 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          haha brilliant

    5. SouthCoastSaint
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Vardy. Form

    6. Diva
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      I have a couple of blog posts that might help you. 🙂

      1. Cheeseoid
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Are you all sorted Diva?

  29. SouthCoastSaint
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    "Costa is about to explode"

    "Costa is about to turn the corner"

    These posts are really getting to me! He's playing Aston villa at home. That is the only reason you are considering him. Rant over

    1. super zlatan
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      I'm a non hazard owner but I do believe this is the week he gets an 11 point haul

      1. super zlatan
        • 13 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Regarding costa I think he is worth the punt. But wouldn't captain him.

      2. SouthCoastSaint
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Thanks for your specific Hazard points prediction. What about Costa...

        1. Woy
          • 10 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          52

        2. super zlatan
          • 13 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          See above

        3. Rolls-Royce
          • 10 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          -2

    2. Woy
      • 10 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Costa (C)

      1. royals forever
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Do you think Costa is worth a 2 week punt for Lukaku in GW11

        1. Woy
          • 10 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          Yeah why not

        2. El-Kloppico
          • 8 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          That is my idea.
          Costa to get 2 GW to impress, else, Lukaku!

    3. Francescoli
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      i think it's chelsea's fixtures until the end of the year, to be fair.

      1. SouthCoastSaint
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        Rarely gets a bonus, yellow card magnet. Shown to be explosive on only a handful of occasions. FA just waiting for him to go nuts again so they can ban him,

        No thanks

    4. Cheeseoid
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Chelsea and their players have every chance against Villa. He is a perfectly good option imo

      1. SouthCoastSaint
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 6 months ago

        I know it's not always fun to play the game based on stats form and fixtures but those opting for Costa suggesting he's "about to turn the corner" are talking nonsense. You can't even call it gut feeling as he's coming back from a ban

        1. Cheeseoid
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          He has the fixture for it and the capability if not the form. He is one of the higher quality players who is actually nicely rested rather than an injury doubt. I can completely understand why people are going for him

        2. Jinswick
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          8 years, 6 months ago

          Worth also considering the form of their opponents though - 1 point in the last 7 which was at home to a dire SUN (where they conceded 2). Chelsea also have a great goal scoring record in this fixture - 13 goals in the last 3.

          Not saying that Costa will get them, but I think a punt on a CHE attacker given this, and their fixtures follow isn't the worst gamble in the world.

          1. Woy
            • 10 Years
            8 years, 6 months ago

            I'm going with captain Costa if my cajones holds out.
            Big gut feeling, the same with Aguero and Sanchez the past 2 GWs. It's a solid fixture at home, and Chelsea sit 16th is it?
            Yes, theres not a lot going for them or him specifically regarding stats and whatnot but sometimes you just have to go with a punt. More often than not you end up captaining someone who gets 2points anyway so may aswell enjoy a risk now and then and expect either failure which is more likely but a good chance of an explosion.

            1. Woy
              • 10 Years
              8 years, 6 months ago

              Plus: Ownership of 6.5% makes it all the more special.

            2. Jinswick
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 13 Years
              8 years, 6 months ago

              Like it. I'm likely getting Haz and Costa this week but edging towards captaining Haz - on pens and if he gets any kind of attacking returns he'll almost certainly be in the baps

    5. El-Kloppico
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/612017/Chelsea-news-Diego-Costa-insists-he-will-find-his-form-Premier-League

      When someone knows and admit he has not been good and working his way back, it's already a positive sign.
      Afterall, Mou's head is at stake, they'll destroy Villa!

  30. royals forever
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    8 years, 6 months ago

    Help needed please

    Do I do Aguero > Lukaku now

    or

    Do I do Aguero > Kane and bring in Lukaku for GW11

    Any ideas would be welcomed

    1. Backup Dancer
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Yeah I'm in a similar position. Just don't fancy Lukakus next two.

      Kane is a good punt, similar stats to Pelle.

    2. SUAREZ_MESSI_COUTINHO
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 6 months ago

      Lukaku now, Gopi.